Illinois Court of Appeals

The Illinois Court of Appeals is the intermediate appellate court in Illinois, responsible for reviewing decisions made by lower trial courts. It examines cases to determine if legal errors occurred during the trial that may have affected the outcome. The court consists of multiple judges who hear appeals in panels, and their decisions can uphold, reverse, or modify lower court rulings. This court plays a crucial role in ensuring that justice is served and that the law is applied consistently across the state. Its rulings can set precedents for future cases.